Place
112 Glenview Rd.
South Orange, NJ
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Race Day Registration and Packet-Pickup: 8:00am-8:45am
Pre-Race Warm Up With TRIumph Coaching: 8:30am
5K Race Start: 9:00am
Kids Fun Run Start: 10:00am-10:15am
Award Ceremony: 10:15am
Description
DUE TO THE FORECASTED NOR'EASTER WE HAVE CANCELLED THE NEWSTEAD 5K FOR 2026 .
Thank you to all of our sponsors, runners, walkers, and everyone who made a donation in support of Achieve and the Newstead 5K. We have been watching the weather closely and unfortunately we have to make the difficult decision to cancel the run tomorrow. Given the sustained wind speed of over 20 mph and gusts over 40 mph it is too dangerous to have families running the beautiful tree lined streets of the Newstead neighborhood. We know many of you will be disappointed, we are too! But the safety of our runners, walkers, volunteers, and neighbors has to come first.
While it is not feasible to run the full event on another date, we would love it if you can all help us revive the "Instead 5K' this year and when the weather is safe, run a 5K route of your choosing in Maplewood or South Orange while sporting your race shirt. Take pictures and tag us, and let’s keep the spirit of the Newstead 5K going!!
Most importantly, remember why we do this. The Newstead 5K is a fundraiser for the Achieve Foundation, and the money raised through this event goes directly toward supporting students throughout the South Orange–Maplewood School District.
Thank you for understanding, for supporting our community, and for helping us keep Achieve moving forward - even when Mother Nature has other plans!
Stay safe, and we’ll see you out there for the Instead 5K!
For anyone who has not picked up a t-shirt we are working on alternative locations, dates, and times for you to grab a shirt.
Achieve Foundation
The Achieve Foundation promotes high-quality education that prepares South Orange-Maplewood School District students for the future. We support our students, families and educators by addressing inequities, inspiring innovation and fostering community.
Our priorities are to:
- Champion Excellence: enhancing student experiences through meaningful programs, grants and funding that advance best educational practices
- Address Equity: addressing the opportunity gap and unmet educational needs for vulnerable students in the District
- Build Community: bringing together and working in coordination with stakeholders (students, families, teachers, administrators, volunteers, community at large) to strengthen and enrich educational experiences
- Deliver Solutions: listening to stakeholders, evaluating options, and responding to evolving needs throughout the District
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://achievefoundation.org.
Race Contact Info
School Spirit Contest
2nd Annual School Spirit Contest!
Join our friendly fundraising competition. The school that raises the most funds for the Achieve Foundation will be able to display the Achieve Foundation Newstead 5K Trophy for the 2026-2027 school year.
Last year South Orange Middle School claimed the trophy - will they be able to repeat in 2026?!?
Check out the Fundraising page to support your school!
Like this page and invite your friends on Facebook.
Race Participant Survey
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